04 – 11 – 2014 / Declaration by the Swiss White Ribbon Ambassadors

The Swiss White Ribbon Campaign is pleased to share with you the “Declaration by the Swiss White Ribbon Ambassadors for the Elimination of violence against women: a horizon for 2030,” publicly presented during the NGO-CSW Beijing+20 Forum at the United Nations in Geneva (3-5 November 2014), and published on 4 November 2014 in the newspaper Le Temps.

Forty Swiss personalities such as Guillaume Barazzone, François Longchamp, Pierre-Yves Maillard, Jean-Philippe Rapp, Daniel Rossellat, Marco Solari and many others have joined the Declaration for a Switzerland without violence against women and girls by 2030.

10 Things men can do to help prevent violence against women

✔ Respect women and treat them as equals✔ Try to understand how our own attitudes and behaviors may perpetuate sexism and violence✔ Never remain silent - confront abusive behaviors✔ Offer help and support to any woman you suspect being threatened , there are structures in place to help✔ Realize that gender violence is based above all on the inequality between men and women and negatively affects the women we care about✔ Do not hesitate to seek help if you find yourself in a situation or environment where you may become violent✔ Mentor young men about ways to become responsible adults by promoting a model of masculinity that excludes the degradation or humiliation of women✔ Join and support individuals, groups and organizations working for the elimination of all forms of gender violence✔ Before purchasing any magazines, videos or music that portray women in a degrading or violent manner, recognize that violence against women is a form of discrimination and a violation of their right to dignity✔ Wear the white ribbon pin to show your commitment for the eradication of violence against women